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CONTESTED WILLS

Armstrong Legal has a talented and dedicated team of contested wills lawyers who manage all aspects of will disputes including contesting, challenging and defending wills. Our contested wills lawyers work exclusively in this area of law, and are committed to helping recently bereaved clients in their time of need They offer sensitive, empathetic, professional and timely services so that you can feel confident that you understand all your options and that your interests will be protected.

If you are considering contesting or challenging a will, or if you need to defend a will against a claim by another person, contact our friendly team of contested wills lawyers for an assessment of your case. Our team will listen to your unique circumstances and provide clear advice as to vour prospects of success.

Our Contested Wills Team


Alun Hill

Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates Law - National Practice Director – Sydney

Kelly Weston

Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates Law - Special Counsel - Sydney

Luisa Di Bernardo

Accredited Specialist in Contested Estates Law - Managing Associate - Melbourne

James Daly

Contested Estates - Managing Associate - Brisbane

Jodie Hall

Contested Wills - Senior Associate - Melbourne

Aimee Collantes

Contested Estate Law - Senior Associate - Sydney

Genevieve Krienke

Contested Estate Law - Solicitor - Melbourne

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Families must deal with grief while dealing with uncertainty regarding the deceased person's estate, as will disputes frequently occur during an already challenging time. You may be unsure about the validity of a will, the adequacy of your provision or whether you need to respond to a claim that has been made against the estate. Helping Australians address complex legal matters for more than 30 years, Armstrong Legal handles issues involving contested wills and family law as well as criminal law, corporate crime and traffic law. Our advice is clear and practical, helping you understand your rights, responsibilities and the legal options available in a way that demonstrates professionalism, empathy and respect. Built on openness, honesty and integrity, our approach ensures you receive legal guidance that supports informed decisions without unnecessary complexity. As a national law firm with offices across different states and territories, we are well placed to assist clients and help them feel heard from the start. In addition to our Contested Wills & Estates team that has been consistently recognised by Doyle's Guide, we have also been named as a Recommended Wills & Estates Litigation Law Firm every year from 2021 to 2025, so those looking into "contest a will lawyer liverpool" or "property promise not honoured QLD" can trust that we have the expertise to help clients navigate different disputes.

We assist clients with all aspects of will disputes, such as challenging, defending and contested wills, helping clients in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, Western Australia, the Northern Territory and South Australia. Where you feel you have been left out of a will, our legal team is here to help in this distinct and specialist area. On the other hand, challenging a will may be appropriate where there are concerns about testamentary capacity, lack of knowledge and approval, undue influence, fraud or other issues affecting the validity of the document. If you are an executor or administrator, we can also assist with defending a will against claims relating to validity, family provision or the administration of the estate. Because each state and territory has its own legislation and court procedures, our lawyers tailor their advice accordingly. In addition, we represent clients in other types of matters, including estate administration disagreements, executor appointments, the construction of a will, errors in a will and other equitable claims. This means that regardless of whether you're interested in "property promise not honoured QLD", "inheritance dispute lawyer liverpool" or "family provision legal help VIC", you receive guidance that reflects the requirements of your particular matter.

The first step is to reach out to us and arrange an obligation-free consultation with one of our contested wills lawyers. During our meeting, we will discuss your relationship with the deceased person, the other interested parties, the reason for the dispute, the estate's nature and value and the contents of the will where they are relevant. Our next step is to assess whether your matter concerns a family provision claim, requires you to respond to a claim as an executor or administrator or involves questions about the validity of a will. We will explain the legal issues that may affect your matter, the evidence that may be required, the likely process, any applicable time limits and the possible costs involved. Depending on the circumstances of your family provision claim, you may qualify for a "No Win No Fee" agreement, with eligibility assessed case by case. A deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangement may also be available if the client is the appointed executor under the will or has an existing entitlement to a portion of the estate. Whether you are searching for "contesting will lawyers Brisbane" or "claim against estate Victoria", our team can explain the legal process that applies to your circumstances. What's more, we provide advice for clients as they learn more about "will dispute lawyer Brisbane" and "inheritance dispute law firm WA", so contact Armstrong Legal today.

Disclaimer: No win no fee eligibility is assessed on a case by case basis

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About Armstrong Legal

Families must deal with grief while dealing with uncertainty regarding the deceased person's estate, as will disputes frequently occur during an already challenging time. You may be unsure about the validity of a will, the adequacy of your provision or whether you need to respond to a claim that has been made against the estate. Helping Australians address complex legal matters for more than 30 years, Armstrong Legal handles issues involving contested wills and family law as well as criminal law, corporate crime and traffic law. Our advice is clear and practical, helping you understand your rights, responsibilities and the legal options available in a way that demonstrates professionalism, empathy and respect. Built on openness, honesty and integrity, our approach ensures you receive legal guidance that supports informed decisions without unnecessary complexity. As a national law firm with offices across different states and territories, we are well placed to assist clients and help them feel heard from the start. In addition to our Contested Wills & Estates team that has been consistently recognised by Doyle's Guide, we have also been named as a Recommended Wills & Estates Litigation Law Firm every year from 2021 to 2025, so those looking into "contest a will lawyer liverpool" or "property promise not honoured QLD" can trust that we have the expertise to help clients navigate different disputes.

We assist clients with all aspects of will disputes, such as challenging, defending and contested wills, helping clients in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, Western Australia, the Northern Territory and South Australia. Where you feel you have been left out of a will, our legal team is here to help in this distinct and specialist area. On the other hand, challenging a will may be appropriate where there are concerns about testamentary capacity, lack of knowledge and approval, undue influence, fraud or other issues affecting the validity of the document. If you are an executor or administrator, we can also assist with defending a will against claims relating to validity, family provision or the administration of the estate. Because each state and territory has its own legislation and court procedures, our lawyers tailor their advice accordingly. In addition, we represent clients in other types of matters, including estate administration disagreements, executor appointments, the construction of a will, errors in a will and other equitable claims. This means that regardless of whether you're interested in "property promise not honoured QLD", "inheritance dispute lawyer liverpool" or "family provision legal help VIC", you receive guidance that reflects the requirements of your particular matter.

The first step is to reach out to us and arrange an obligation-free consultation with one of our contested wills lawyers. During our meeting, we will discuss your relationship with the deceased person, the other interested parties, the reason for the dispute, the estate's nature and value and the contents of the will where they are relevant. Our next step is to assess whether your matter concerns a family provision claim, requires you to respond to a claim as an executor or administrator or involves questions about the validity of a will. We will explain the legal issues that may affect your matter, the evidence that may be required, the likely process, any applicable time limits and the possible costs involved. Depending on the circumstances of your family provision claim, you may qualify for a "No Win No Fee" agreement, with eligibility assessed case by case. A deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangement may also be available if the client is the appointed executor under the will or has an existing entitlement to a portion of the estate. Whether you are searching for "contesting will lawyers Brisbane" or "claim against estate Victoria", our team can explain the legal process that applies to your circumstances. What's more, we provide advice for clients as they learn more about "will dispute lawyer Brisbane" and "inheritance dispute law firm WA", so contact Armstrong Legal today.

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